Vatican treasurer George Pell found guilty of molesting choirboys 20 years ago

Vatican treasurer Cardinal George Pell was found guilty by the court for sexually abusing two 13-year-old boys in 1990s. The accuser claimed that Pell asked them to do sexual acts on him. However, Pell maintained his innocence.

Pope Francis claims that those who attack the church are ‘devil’s friends and relatives’

Pope Francis said that those who constantly accuse the church are lcousins, friends, and relatives of the devil. The pontiff has addressed the issue of not properly handling the controversy about clerical abuse.

Pope Francis has made his historic three-day visit to the United Arab Emirates. The Pope and Grand Imam of Al Azhar did a “nose kiss” after signing a document. However, this gesture drew mixed reactions from the netizens.

The Black Nazarene is a huge piece of Catholic Filipinos' faith. An annual procession is being done or also known as Traslacion. For the devotees, participating in it is a form of sacrifice, thanksgiving and praising.

History post: What is the backstory behind ‘dungaw’ tradition during Traslacion?

“Dungaw” happens during the procession of the Black Nazarene when the image gazes at the image of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel de San Sebastian. Fr. Rommel Rubia explained the history behind the tradition of “dungaw".

Hundreds of Black Nazarene devotees were reported hurt by Red Cross. According to the, some experienced laceration, fainting, and difficulty of breathing. There were people who had major cases and were rushed to the hospital.

Archbishop Socrates Villegas warns about ‘anti-Christs’ in an open letter

Archbishop Socrates Villegas mad an open letter for his godson/ In the letter, he mentioned about the “anti-Christs”. He said that “anti-Christs” are those who call God “stupid”. However, the Archbishop did not drop any name.

Robin Padilla answers Muslims who bashed him for celebrating Christmas

Kapamilya actor Robin Padilla celebrated Christmas with his wife Mariel Padilla. Some Muslim netizens slammed Robin for taking part in a Christian celebration. The action star answered his bashers with patience and respect.

Pres. Duterte claims that most of the Catholic priests are homosexuals

Pres. Rodrigo Duterte shared that 90 percent of the priests are gay. He also claimed that the Catholic Church is the “most hypocritical institution” in PH. However, the President said he had no offense meant to the homosexuals.

Just days after President Duterte criticized the Catholic Church, Pope Francis had praised the Philippines. He said that the country is one of the “great Catholic nations” in the world as stated in his letter of appointment.